Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $80,000 to $95,000

The Korte Company is seeking an Estimator to join our Preconstruction Services Team. This person will be an integral part of securing new, profitable work for The Korte Company.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Korte estimators are vital contributors to our business. Estimators perform valuable, important work and through exposure to many, different projects learn manyfacetsof the construction field. The work is fast paced estimators work on 10 to 15 projects per year.

Most of our projects are design-buildgiving our estimators the opportunity to learn and apply problem solving and team building skills. Since we workall acrossthe United States, our estimators gain exposure to different construction methods and local conditions and practices.Our training is hands on and our employees are self-directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilize software todeterminethe scope of the project and prepare cost estimates

• Locate potential vendors and trade contractors interested in working with Korte

• Pre-qualify vendors and trade contractors based on their experience and financial capability

• Determinehow to package work among trade contractors tooptimizeproject cost and schedule

• Work directly with architects and engineers to select the building systems best suited formeeting theproject requirements

• Visitproject sites to investigate field conditions and meet with local trade contractors

• Evaluate and analyzesubcontractor/supplierproposals and make recommendations for trade contractorselection

• Work with project managers to develop project schedules

• Collaborate and coordinate with designers, project managers, andsenior estimatorsto develop project capture and execution strategies

• Communicate with and coordinate thescopeof trade contractors as they prepare their proposals

• Manage the flow of information tothe project team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These characteristics are representative ofthosesoughtto perform this job successfully.

• Knowledge of construction building methods

• Desire to succeedwithshort and long-term goals

• Desire to work with clients, designers,subcontractorsand construction staff in a teamenvironment

• Strong work ethic, a greatattitudeand ability to thrive in an objective-driven environment

• Analytical andproblem solvingskills

• Listening skills

• Ability to travel (typically1-2 daytrips)

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

Qualified applicants will have:

• Pursing a degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred

• Prior experience in similar role isadvantageousbut is notrequired

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

This role is part of the EstimatorCareer Path, and team membersbenefitfrom a structured Professional Development Plan (PDP) designed to support career growth.

Typical growth opportunities along this path include:

• Project Estimator SeniorProject Estimator

ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism,qualityandvalue addedservices are fundamental to a successful company.More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide.Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV.

This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance.Additionalcomprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sicktimeand company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, directmailingsor drop-in inquiriesallowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.